{"product_id":"custom-dog-portrait-from-photo-hand-painted-watercolour-uk","title":"Custom Dog Portrait | Hand-Painted Watercolour Pet Illustration | Katie Hipwell Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurn a favourite photograph into an original work of art with a custom dog portrait, hand-painted in watercolour by UK artist Katie Hipwell. This is more than a picture of your dog: it is a one-of-a-kind painting, created by hand to celebrate the individual character, expression and markings that make them unmistakably yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery portrait is painted from your chosen photo, not printed or digitally generated. The result is a personal piece of art to treasure in your home for years to come, or a meaningful gift for someone whose dog holds a special place in their heart. Choose your size and whether you would like the artwork unframed or presented in a solid wood frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn original, hand-painted artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e each portrait is painted individually in watercolour by Katie, rather than reproduced as a print.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade from your own photo:\u003c\/strong\u003e your chosen image is the starting point for a personal portrait of your dog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvery painting is unique:\u003c\/strong\u003e because each piece is created by hand, your finished portrait is an original artwork rather than a mass-produced design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA lasting way to celebrate your dog:\u003c\/strong\u003e display it at home as a daily reminder of a much-loved companion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA thoughtful, personal gift:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for dog lovers, milestone birthdays, Christmas or commemorating a special bond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA meaningful memorial keepsake:\u003c\/strong\u003e a personal way to remember a beloved dog who has passed away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned certificate of authenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e each portrait comes with a certificate confirming its originality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade in the UK:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bespoke piece created by an artist, not a generic product selected from a catalogue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSizes and framing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the size and presentation that best suits your space. The portrait is available unframed or with a glazed solid wood frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20 × 20 cm:\u003c\/strong\u003e square portrait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA4:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 × 29.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA3:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.7 × 42 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural wood, white or black, depending on the size selected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrame details:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 cm wide solid wood frame with glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your size and framing:\u003c\/strong\u003e select the options that suit your home or gift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvide a clear photo:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose a well-lit image where your dog’s face and body are clearly visible. A good reference photo helps Katie capture the details that make your dog unique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKatie paints your portrait:\u003c\/strong\u003e your artwork is painted by hand in watercolour, creating an individual piece rather than a print.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive your artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e your portrait is delivered with a signed certificate of authenticity. The estimated turnaround is around two weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a made-to-order, personalised artwork created from the photograph you provide. Please choose your reference photo carefully and ensure it is clear, well lit and shows the features you would like captured. The finished painting is an artist’s interpretation of your photo, so it will be an original artwork rather than an exact photographic reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a bespoke piece, please allow approximately two weeks for creation and delivery. Timing may vary, so allow extra time if you are ordering for a particular date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more thoughtful gifts for people and their dogs in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/the-human-edit\"\u003eThe Human Edit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is supplied by our carefully selected brand partner Katie Hipwell Design and will be shipped directly from her UK location. If ordered with other items, it may arrive separately to avoid delays — but you'll only ever pay one shipping fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatie Hipwell Design creates original, hand-painted watercolour portraits of dogs from customers’ photographs. We’ve selected this piece for Poochella because it offers something genuinely personal: an original artwork made to celebrate an individual dog, with the care and individuality that a mass-produced print simply cannot provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoochella®\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003cem\u003eThoughtfully curated products for dogs and the people who love them.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of photo works best?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clear, well-lit photo where your dog's face is visible and in focus works best. Natural light and a straight-on or slight-angle shot give the most accurate likeness. A photo with your dog's full body visible and in the pose you would like painted is best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does a custom portrait take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost portraits are completed and delivered within approximately 2 weeks of your order and photo upload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you paint more than one dog in a portrait?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Get in touch before ordering if you'd like multiple dogs in a single portrait, as this may affect pricing and size options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you ship outside the UK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Katie ships worldwide. Go to the checkout page for accurate international shipping fees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes and frame options are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortrait sizes are 20 cm square, A4 (21 × 29.7 cm) and A3 (29.7 × 42 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour personalised dog portrait can be supplied unframed or framed in a 2.2 cm wide glazed solid wood frame, available in natural oak, painted white or painted black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBespoke sizes and alternative framing options are available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I'm not happy with the portrait?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatie is happy to offer a refund if you're not happy with your painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Katie Hipwell Design","offers":[{"title":"20 cm X 20 cm UNFRAMED","offer_id":57682477842805,"sku":"sku-56658275598722","price":155.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 cm X 20 cm Framed White","offer_id":57682477875573,"sku":"sku-56658275631490","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 cm X 20 cm Framed Black","offer_id":57682477908341,"sku":"sku-56658275664258","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 cm X 20 cm Framed Natural Wood","offer_id":57682477941109,"sku":"sku-56658275697026","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A4 UNFRAMED","offer_id":57682477973877,"sku":"sku-56658263376258","price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A4 Framed White","offer_id":57682478006645,"sku":"sku-56658263409026","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A4 Framed Natural Wood","offer_id":57682478039413,"sku":"sku-56658263441794","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A4 Framed Black","offer_id":57682478072181,"sku":"sku-56658263474562","price":225.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 UNFRAMED","offer_id":57682478104949,"sku":"sku-56658263507330","price":255.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 Framed White","offer_id":57682478137717,"sku":"sku-56658263540098","price":305.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 Framed Black","offer_id":57682478170485,"sku":"sku-56658263572866","price":305.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A3 Framed Natural Wood","offer_id":57682478203253,"sku":"sku-56658263605634","price":305.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/9331\/6954\/files\/RamboFramed.jpg?v=1792506797","url":"https:\/\/poochella.co.uk\/products\/custom-dog-portrait-from-photo-hand-painted-watercolour-uk","provider":"Poochella®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}